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THE SALTY DOG RESORT & SPA https://www.rover.com/sit/sharoo Your dog will love staying with us and becoming one of our best buddies! Hi, my name is Shari. My husband Casey and I would love to care for and play with your best friend(s) while you are away. Please, come visit and check us out! We have tons of doggie experience and are comfortable with all breeds, sizes, and dispositions. We prefer the small breeds simply because we have a small house and 3 small Maltese. NEW CLIENT MEET AND GREETS WILL BE DONE IN THE YARD. TEXT MESSAGE ME WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT THE GATE, DOGS WILL BE DROPPED OFF AND PICKED UP AT THE FRONT GATE. IF YOU HAVE SPECIAL NEEDS, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THEM LISTED ON YOUR DOG'S ROVER PROFILE. What is interesting about me? I hope to one day own and operate a five-star boutique/spa-style luxury hotel just for dogs; the perfect place for pampering pooches. Until then, I am providing that perfect place here in my home. Why do I want to be a dog sitter? I've had dogs and cats in my life as far back as I can remember. Growing up on a small farm in Nebraska, we had the typical farm animals as well as a Chihuahua, St. Bernard, Blue Heeler and a Toy Poodle. As I grew, I cared for several stray dogs and cats that came along. Living in the country, we rescued and fostered many dogs and cats that were dumped on the side of the road. They seemed to know we were a house of refuge. I moved to Seattle 20 years ago and since have rescued 2 dogs, Anni & Ginny and 2 cats, Samantha & Whisper. Ginny, Whisper and Samantha have gone over the rainbow bridge. Because of our loss of Ginny and Samantha in the same year, instead of rescuing another pet, we decided to do something different. We made the decision to foster and care for dogs that need extra attention while waiting for their forever family. We also love caring for pets that have loving families but will be without their humans for a few days or weeks. We currently live with Anni and 2 of her puppies, Missy and Alexei. We have the perfect location-- -Riverview ball fields & park, a fun place to walk -Nature trails for that long walk in the woods -West Crest off-leash dog park nearby SINCE COVID, WE DO NOT GO TO OFF-LEASH DOG PARKS -a dog at every home around us -very dog friendly neighborhood -chickens (next door) -a visiting neighborhood cat (that's you Champ and Otis!) -large, newly remodeled, chemical-free yard -fully fenced in back yard with galvanized panels and 9" concrete base under ground Speaking of our yard, **IMPORTANT: FOR OUR PROTECTION AND YOURS, ALL DOGS MUST BE CURRENT ON THEIR FLEA TREATMENT AND VACCINATIONS, INCLUDING RABIES** I have a large, fully fenced, front and back yard, large back deck with dog access in the back door. There is a concrete driveway for bouncing or rolling tennis balls for fetch games. Our deck is fully fenced and gated shut during the night so the dogs can still get outside but not in the yard. Do I have experience administering medication? Yes. After having a diabetic cat, I am very good with injections. Also, I am an excellent pill-hider. Just leave Rx, vet information and instructions with me.